Books like The Impetuous Duchess by Barbara Cartland

A historical romance set in 16th century England, featuring Lorna Doone, a young woman who is kidnapped and becomes a fugitive during the Monmouth Rebellion.

Ian MacDonald returns to Scotland after years of war, trying to save his clan and win back Sileas, a beautiful and independent woman he once loved but rejected because of his past actions.

In the Georgian theatre world, Shimona becomes the Duke of Ravenstone’s niece’s bride to secure a fortune and support her ailing father.

A tale of forbidden love and fiery passion in the Scottish Highlands

In historic Scotland, Kate Campbell, a fierce highborn lady, meets Callum MacGregor, the Highlander whose clan deems him a devil. Their dangerous attraction tests honor, duty, and the pull between love and loyalty.

Miriel of Rivenloch hides a daring double life as The Shadow, a thief who robs the rich to aid the poor, while Sir Rand la Nuit, hired to expose her, falls under her spell.

Scottish romance novel where Lynx de Warenne, a warrior, captures a woman and then proposes a year-and-a-day handfasting, resulting in a forbidden love that endures against all odds.

A daring love story between a wealthy Scottish lord and a young woman from an orphanage, set against the backdrop of the Renaissance palace and the Scottish Highlands.

A laying Scots lord reels into a steely, unglamorous marriage after rescuing a woman, unsure if this new partnership will kindle a lifelong love.

A historical romance novel set in medieval Scotland, exploring the forbidden romance between Lady Marsi Cargill and a mysterious knight named Hawk.

In 1785 Scotland, Lady Meleri Weatherby rejects a cruel betrothal and vows to marry the first man she meets, while Robert Douglas must marry an English bride to save his clan—together they confront betrayal, a vengeful ghost, and the power of love.

When the Duke of Buckington saves Lady Lynda, a marriage of convenience is demanded; together they sail to the Greek Isles in search of an ancient Aphrodite carving, discovering a true romance that pleases even the gods.

Princess Thea of Kostas steals from the crown to escape an arranged marriage and finds herself drawn into a passionate love triangle with the enigmatic Nikos.

Playwright Randal Gray seeks love beyond fame, discovering it in the unexpected company of Sorella, a young woman in France, while navigating promises of wealth and dazzling companionships.

"His Most Noble Perfection," the London Bucks called him. The elegant Duke of Selchester was indeed perfection--with his handsomely garbed figure and his devastatingly good looks. Now he wanted the perfect wife, well-bred and obedient, who would present him with an heir to his fortune and leave him untouched by love. But a chance meeting with a winsome young beauty altered all his well-laid plans. And he was plunged into a mysterious intrigue with a woman who called him odious! Would she listen to her rebellious heart and offer him perfection of love?

A romantic historical tale set in Scotland involving intertwining love, politics, and danger.

A Scottish romance where love and revenge collide.

The impoverished and pleasure-loving Earl of Eldridge inherits a fortune and decides to share his good luck with his friends. Throwing a grand party, he instructs that they each must bring a beautiful young woman. There will be a vote to decide who is the greatest beauty - and she will then belong to the Earl. Tremulously, Amorita Howe agreed to help her brother in his audacious scheme. Their dear old nanny required an expensive operation, and the penniless pair hoped to win the lavish prizes offered by the pleasure-loving Earl of Eldridge. The Earl's country house party was a most select and discreet affair: the innocent Amorita found herself among the most glamourous--and notorious!--Cyprians of London. Bravely playing her part, Amorita captured the handsome Earl's jaded heart with her shy beauty. She then fled...but the Earl pursued his cherished quarry, spurred by the Love that is a gift from the gods. A joyous, lifelong adventure....

"Where have you been, Miss Windham?" The Duke of Strathrannock spoke so harshly that Fiona was startled. "I have...." she began feebly. "Do not bother to lie!" he said furiously. "Have you had enough lovemaking tonight or are you looking for more?" To her astonishment, he pulled her roughly into his arms, and kissed her with lips hard and possessive. "I must struggle. I must free myself." Fiona thought. But suddenly, she felt a warm, thrilling sensation rise up through her body. It was incredible--like a rapture that rippled through her like the waves of the sea. She felt it envelop her until her mouth was soft beneath his, her body no longer tense in his arms. It was then the Duke raised his head. "Damn you!" he cried hoarsely. Then, as violently as he had taken her, he left, walking quickly down the corridor, his kilt swinging behind him.